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#643 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 14% in state

Harts Hill School

Elementary School · WHITESBORO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

8551 CLARK MILLS RD, Whitesboro, NY 13492

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#643 of 4,742

In Whitesboro

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

WHITESBORO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Harts Hill School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Whitesboro · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harts Hill School

Harts Hill School is a public elementary school in Whitesboro, NY, part of WHITESBORO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harts Hill School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Harts Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #643 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Harts Hill School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,961
Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

Harts Hill School — Students at Harts Hill School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
84.8%
ELA
72.8%
2022
Math
72.2%
ELA
52.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Harts Hill School Compares

See how Harts Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in NY
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

Location

8551 CLARK MILLS RD, Whitesboro, NY 13492

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harts Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby New Hartford), with a comparable rating. Another option is NOTRE DAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Utica), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MYLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Hartford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Whitesboro, see our Whitesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARTS HILL BAPTIST ACADEMY Whitesboro 0.8 mi
ONEIDA-HERKIMER-MADISON BOCES New Hartford 1.0 mi 5.7
WESTMORELAND ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Whitesboro 1.1 mi 3.6
WHITESBORO MIDDLE SCHOOL Whitesboro 1.4 mi 7.0
PARKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Whitesboro 1.5 mi 7.8
NEW YORK MILLS SCHOOL New York Mills 1.7 mi 5.1
MYLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Hartford 2.4 mi 6.9
N A WALBRAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oriskany 3.0 mi 5.8
ROBERT L BRADLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Hartford 3.1 mi 6.1
NEW HARTFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Hartford 3.1 mi 8.5
WHITESBORO HIGH SCHOOL Marcy 3.4 mi 8.2
NOTRE DAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica 2.9 mi 7.1
SENATOR JAMES H DONOVAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Utica 2.9 mi 5.4
HUGH R JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica 3.3 mi 6.1
MOHAWK VALLEY PSYCHIATRIC CENTER FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH Utica 2.9 mi
ORISKANY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oriskany 3.9 mi 6.7
JOHN F HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica 3.3 mi 5.3
MARCY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marcy 3.6 mi 6.7
KERNAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica 3.3 mi 3.8
HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Hartford 4.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13492 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,543

Median Home Value

$192,200

Median Rent

$920/mo

Population

11,233

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

43

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F E BELLOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck, NY 8.1
FAYETTEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville, NY 8.1
GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Germantown, NY 8.1
INTERMEDIATE EDUCATION CENTER Youngstown, NY 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harts Hill School

What grades does Harts Hill School serve?

Harts Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harts Hill School?

Harts Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harts Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harts Hill School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harts Hill School rank in NY?

Harts Hill School ranks #643 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Harts Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harts Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harts Hill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harts Hill School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harts Hill School a charter school?

No, Harts Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harts Hill School a Title I school?

No, Harts Hill School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harts Hill School?

19.6% of students at Harts Hill School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Oneida County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

District

WHITESBORO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,053
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,961
District Rank
#2 of 7

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